In which year did Lord Dalhousie introduce the railway line in British India?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 1853.
Lord Dalhousie introduced the railway line in British India in 1853. The inaugural passenger train journey occurred on April 16, 1853, traveling from Bombay (now Mumbai) to Thane, spanning a distance of 34 kilometers (21 miles).
This marked the beginning of the railway era in India, which had a profound impact on the country's economic development and connectivity.